Ankyloglossia, which is characterized by a short, tight or thick lingual frenulum, can
negatively impact breastfeeding. It has been recognized as a problem for centuries …

This is a literature review of ankyloglossia and its correlation with lactation problems.
Ankyloglossia, commonly referred to as tongue-tie, brings about functional difficulties and, in …

INTRODUCTION: Ankyloglossia is a congenital condition in which tongue mobility is limited
due to an abnormality of the lingual frenulum. The impact of ankyloglossia on breastfeeding …

Health professionals disagree on the effectiveness of frenulotomy to manage ankyloglossia
in infants and support breastfeeding. More effort is needed to establish whether frenulotomy …

Problem Ankyloglossia occurs when the tongue cannot extend past the gums or lips due to
frenulum restriction. In breast feeding, proper movement of the tongue around the nipple is …

The purpose of this article is to (1) define the diagnostic characteristics of ankyloglossia,(2)
identify potential problems associated with ankyloglossia, and (3) discuss treatment options …

Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the spectrum of pediatric quality-of-life
sequelae associated with ankyloglossia that may affect children who do not undergo tongue …

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Children with ankyloglossia, an abnormally short,
thickened, or tight lingual frenulum, may have restricted tongue mobility and sequelae, such …

Importance The influence of tongue tie, or ankyloglossia, on breastfeeding is the subject of
growing debate. Restriction of tongue mobility from the frenulum varies greatly among …

OBJECTIVE: Ankyloglossia is a congenital condition characterized by an abnormally short,
thickened, or tight lingual frenulum that restricts tongue mobility. The objective of this study …